JAMESTOWN – Nelson Garifi Jr., a long-time member of Jamestown Community College’s administrative staff, will begin the academic year as JCC’s executive director of academic innovation.
According to Marilyn Zagora, vice president of academic affairs, Garifi’s new position will allow JCC to expand on its tradition of innovation, building on emerging opportunities for new programs and services while preserving its commitment to academic excellence.
Garifi will continue to oversee the college’s honors program, international outreach efforts, and experiential learning offerings. In addition, he will take on administrative leadership of the College Connections program, JCC’s concurrent enrollment program offering college-level courses in regional high schools, as well as technology-enhanced instruction for the college’s online offerings, courses delivered among multiple locations using interactive television, and innovative instruction within the classroom using diverse technologies.
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